Penrith City Council is celebrating the start of construction on a new amenities building at Monfarville Reserve in St Marys — a key feature in the upgrades set to transform the local reserve.
The new amenities building will include increased storage space, accessible toilets, officials changerooms and gender equitable changerooms.
The upgrade also includes a new two-lane cricket practice facility, alongside landscaping and tree planting, adding to the green space and natural beauty of the reserve.
New accessible pathways will also connect the new amenities building and player dugouts.
Penrith Mayor, Todd Carney said the upgrades were an exciting step forward for the St Marys community.
“Monfarville Reserve is a well-loved precinct, particularly for local cricket and baseball clubs. These upgrades will bring much-needed modern and accessible facilities which will benefit the whole community,” Cr Carney said.
“As St Marys continues to grow, Council is committed to providing the facilities that will cater to the needs of our community.”
The Monfarville Reserve amenities upgrade and cricket practice facility are funded by Council and the NSW Government.
Minister for Sport, Steve Kamper said projects like these show the critical role sporting infrastructure plays in keeping communities healthy, active and connected.
“The upgrades to Monfarville Reserve will make sure that sport and active recreation opportunities are accessible to the whole community, breaking down gender and accessibility barriers,” said Mr Kamper.
“I look forward to seeing this project completed and the benefits it will bring to the community for years to come.”
Minister for Western Sydney and Member for Londonderry, Prue Car said she was pleased to see these upgrades come to life for Monfarville Reserve.
“This upgrade is not only about improving sporting facilities, it’s about investing in the future of our community,” she said.
“St Marys is growing at a fast rate, and I’m pleased that state and local governments can work together to ensure we are meeting the needs of our local residents, especially young families.”
Council is also set to deliver a new playspace at Monfarville Reserve later this year, designed in collaboration with Year 5 and 6 students from St Marys South Public School as part of the annual Penrith Mayoral Challenge program.
The Monfarville Reserve precinct upgrades were identified through the Sport and Recreation Strategy, Council’s 15-year road map for the future provision of sport, play, recreation and open space across the City.
